Waiver Individual Competitive Employment Program - Rise, Inc.

Eligibility

Open to all adults ages 18 and older who are living with a mental illness or disability

Required documents

Picture ID

Hours

8 am - 4 pm Monday - Friday

(763)786-8334

Voice

https://rise.org/rise-programs/individual-competitive-placement/

[email protected]

Application process

Call to determine eligibility; email; visit website to find a local site and to determine eligibility

Fees

Paid by county/state; Medicaid waiver; referring agent typically pays

Service area

Description

Provide individual competitive employment services. Services include: - Benefits planning - Career planning - Follow-up support services - Job coaching - Job development services - Job follow-up services - Job placement - Job-seeking skills training - Multi-lingual and multi-cultural support - PASS and IRWE planning - Person-centered planning - Resume and cover letter development - Supported employment NOTE: Minnesota Employment Center (MEC) Saint Paul site is the only in-person office. Other MEC locations are virtual but will serve members across Minnesota.

Last Assured

10/21/2025

What's Here

Supported Employment Career Counseling Job Search/Placement Resume Preparation Assistance Job Development

Providing organization

Rise, Inc.

Unlocks potential and opens doors to success for people with disabilities or other challenges through creative solutions and customized employment, housing support, and life enrichment support services